Daniel Ojukwu was recently abducted by police officers attached to the IGP’s office. He was accused of breaching the Cybercrime Act. The police initially seriously resisted calls from national and international bodies to release the journalist. Eko Hot Blog reports that that the Nigeria Police Force has finally bowed to pressure of releasing Daniel Ojukwu, … Read more
Agboola Ajayi is the PDP candidate for the upcoming governorship election in Ondo. The candidate is facing allegations of illegally occupying a property in Lagos. The accuser said it is the rightful owner of the disputed property. Eko Hot Blog reports that Segzyadet Integrated Ltd, a company registered in Ondo State, has accused Agboola Ajayi, … Read more
200-Level Student Allegedly Killed After Resisting Abduction Native Doctor Promised Accomplices N30,000 for Kidnapping Police Intensify Efforts to Recover Victim’s Body Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a shocking turn of events, the Edo State Police have apprehended a native doctor and two other suspects in connection with the alleged murder of Faith Omodon, a … Read more
Trump’s repeated violations in his hush money trial could land him in Rikers Island prison, experts warn. Supporters and critics are divided over the prospect of Trump’s imprisonment, with debates over justice and political strategy. Alternatives to jail time, such as confinement behind the courtroom or house arrest, are suggested to curb Trump’s behavior. … Read more
Yahaya Bello has been in the eye of the storm for alleged corruption. In the past few days, the former Kogi governor has engaged in a cat and mouse race with the EFCC. The anti-graft agency has made a fresh revelation about Bello’s alleged corrupt practices. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial … Read more
Trump strategically engages small donors amidst ongoing hush money trial. Efforts to court major contributors intensify as campaign faces fundraising challenges. Intersection of legal battles and financial imperatives shapes Trump’s fundraising strategy. Eko hot blog reports that Republican presidential contender Donald Trump strategically leverages his ongoing hush money trial to rally his base of small … Read more
EFCC Failed To Arraign Yahaya Bello Over His Absence In Court His lawyer referenced an ex parte order blocking EFCC from arresting or prosecuting him. EFCC is appealing this order at the Court of Appeal, leading to a delay in the arraignment process. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on … Read more
Legal experts weigh in on the contrasting treatments between the two cases. Cubana Chief Priest pleaded not guilty to naira abuse charges during his trial. EFCC arraigned Cubana Chief Priest for alleged naira abuse. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, was granted a ₦10 million bail with two sureties by … Read more
Cubana Chief Priest asserts innocence in Naira abuse case. Defiantly pleads “I didn’t do it” during court arraignment. Legal battle ensues as socialite faces charges. Eko hot blog reports that Nigerian businessman, Cubana Chief Priest, whose real name is Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, made his appearance in court today, facing allegations of misusing Nigerian currency. Editor’s … Read more
Jurors have been selected on the second day of Ex-US President Trump criminal trial. The second day saw the judge, the prosecution, and the defense teams picking seven jurors from an initial group of 96. At least 11 more jurors (at least six alternate jurors included) are expected to be picked. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
O.J. Simpson was known as a great American football player. However, he was known for more than that worldwide in 1994 after he was accused of his ex-wife’s murder. His trial ended in an acquittal. Eko Hot Blog reports that O.J. Simpson, the former American football great who was accused of and ultimately acquitted of … Read more
LASBCA is in the eye of the storm over alleged detention at St. Margaret School. The building control agency was accused of illegally detaining members of staff and demolishing structures in the school. The agency has offered an explanation for the allegations. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has … Read more
Rivers PDP challenges the legitimacy of lawmakers threatening Governor Fubara’s impeachment, urging them to address their legal status in court. The party accuses the lawmakers of disrupting peace in the state and calls for adherence to constitutional processes. PDP criticizes the lawmakers for allegedly neglecting their legislative duties and engaging in actions detrimental to the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos State, has sentenced one Bose Lateef to serve one month in prison for an offence bordering on money racketeering. The Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) secured the conviction on Friday, March 15, 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS How … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday, March 14, 2024, has dragged former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja for alleged N84billion money laundering offences, alongside his nephew Ali Bello, Dauda Sulaiman and Abdulsalam Hudu. The EFCC is … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Bello Bodejo, leader of the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore group, is set to face trial on a terrorism charge bordering on allegedly establishing an unlawful ethnic militia group. The Federal Government filed the charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja on March 12. Recall that Bodejo was arrested on … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 45 suspected internet fraudsters. The commission disclosed the development in a statement posted on X on Wednesday. It said the suspects were arrested on Monday, March 11, 2024 at Ikorodu, Lagos, following intelligence on … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that some suspects have been arrested for attacking government officials during the removal of illegal structures in the Lekki/Ajah area of Lagos State. The state Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this in a post on his X handle on Tuesday, He also revealed that the Lagos … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that that the State Security Service (SSS) has arraigned former Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode’s chef, Victor Abayomi, for allegedly stealing valuables worth millions at his Ikoyi residence. The SSS arraigned Abayomi before the Sabo-Yaba Chief Magistrates’ Court sitting in Lagos on Monday. The legal officer, Joshua Babalola, in the employment … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Abuja division of the Court of Appeal has upheld Julius Abure position as the National Chairman of the Labour Party, LP. This online media platform gathered that the appellate court reversed the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory’s ruling on Wednesday, lifting the ban on Abure and two … Read more